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Bussey’s Florist is a second generation, family owned and operated floral design firm. We offer the best selection of beautiful, farm fresh flowers in Rome and Cedartown Georgia. Our award winning floral design staff is one of the very best in the state of Georgia. Bussey’s Florist operates two floral design centers. We have one location in Rome, Georgia and our main flower shop is located in downtown Cedartown Georgia. Our firm is one of the recognized leaders in the floral design industry, operating in the state of Georgia. We offer the best selection of farm fresh flowers in town. Our firm also offers beautiful green, flowering and tropical plants. Voted best local florist, we provide local same day and 4 hour express flower delivery services, in Floyd and Polk counties. Need to send flowers outside of the area? No problem. We also provide nationwide same day delivery service.
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For Fresh Saint Patrick’s Day Flowers, shop at Bussey’s Florist
Bussey's Florist Shopping with Bussey's Florist will ensure that you are selecting beautiful Saint Patrick's Day Flowers to celebrate this enjoyable holiday. Saint Patrick's Day on March 17th is the last major holiday we celebrate before the long-awaited Spring season commences. In addition, it will also be the first in two years where people will be gathering in larger crowds to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day. Our staff is made up of a team of extremely talented and passionate floral designers. They create stunning, thoughtful, fresh and upscale flower arrangements and can have them available for local same day flower delivery service. Did you know that the original theme color for Saint Patrick's Day was blue and not green? If you want to be original, try purchasing some of our blue flower arrangements and tell your guests they are for this special holiday. Some of the favorite flowers and plants to purchase for Saint Patrick's Day are: Shamrocks These are the traditional plants symbolizing Spring’s rebirth and were once considered a sacred plant in Ireland. Bells of Ireland This plant has tall green spires with bell shaped blooms. Encased in the bells are small delicate white flowers. Most of the time they are used as accents in flower arrangements. However, than can act as an arrangement all by themselves. Daffodils The scent of the Daffodil [...]
Visit Bussey’s Florist for Flowers to Impress this International Women’s Day
Bussey's Florist Offers Local Same Day and Express Delivery The best way to recognize International Women's Day on March 8th, is to send fresh flowers from Bussey's Florist. It is well known that Women have struggled to gain equal pay and voting rights since the early 1900's. Today with the help of many advocates, women's rights have come very far. This special day on March 8 is designed to pay tribute to the wonderful women and their contributions. Also, a time to ponder the struggles over many years to get past the injustices women were faced with. Bussey's Florist sells only the freshest and most creative floral products and arrangements. Fact checking the historical advancements for women's rights, it is evident how much progress has occurred with respect to equality. Women now hold many powerful and influential positions within our society including prestigious board roles. In 1909 the first International Women's Day was held in the United States of America. The day began to gain popularity in other countries. By 1911 it was observed in several countries including Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland. To honor of this day, in 2011 there was a 100-year anniversary to celebrate. Now in 2022, the world is a changed place. One change is that women have gained momentum in terms of job equality and opportunity. That is not to say [...]
March Birthday Flowers are better when they come from Bussey’s Florist
Bussey's Florist Voted Best Florist in Floyd & Polk Counties People with a March Birthday are fortunate. This is a great month to celebrate a birthday. March Birthday Flowers from Bussey's Florist will convey a nice celebration message. March has some unique things to offer. For example, it is the month when we make the wonderful change from Winter to Spring. Well at least in our hemisphere. Assuming you prefer warmer weather and the beginning of new growth for plants and flowers, Spring is a magnificent time of year. Some of the other unique things about March are: People born before March 20th are considered to be Pisces on the zodiac chart. Those born after that date are considered to be Aries. Followers of the zodiac signs feel that Pisces people are compassionate and creative. Conversely, Aries people are thought to be passionate, motivated and energetic. There are two birthstones in March. One is the Aquamarine. This stone is blue-green and creates beautiful jewelry and the name comes from the Latin word for seawater. It is thought to have healing powers. The second birthstone is the Bloodstone. It is a quartz type of stone that is also thought to have healing powers. In addition, Centuries ago the Egyptians believed the Bloodstone gave them additional strength as they battled their enemies. The March Birth Flower is the [...]
Celebrate National Floral Design Day with Bussey’s Florist and our Beautiful Flower Bouquets
Bussey's Florist National Floral Design Day on February 28th is a sensational day to recognize the art of Floral Design. People who have a real appreciation for art know that designing a beautiful arrangement of fresh flowers takes skill, patience and artistry. For the most part, it is only these Floral Design artists that are able to create masterpieces that customers want to purchase. Bussey's Florist employs people that have these unique talents. They know that flowers demonstrate a sense of caring which is the foundation for a great product. Floral Design Day actually began in 1995 when the Governor of Massachusetts proclaimed this National Floral Design Day. Possessing a talent for artistry, the Floral Designers in the several billion-dollar floral industry space, are simply creative people. To become a Floral Designer, a person typically needs to be a high school graduate. Then there are numerous classes these individuals may take to further their knowledge and skill. There is even a designation offered by The American Institute of Floral Designers for Certified Floral Designer. Bussey's Florist Flowers for National Floral Design Day The Floral Design team at Bussey's Florist is one of the most talented you will find in the Floral Industry. The fundamental job description for these folks, and others in the industry, would require that the Floral Designer possess: Sufficient knowledge of flowers [...]
Check out Bussey’s Florist for Random Acts of Kindness Day Flowers
Bussey's Florist Random Acts of Kindness Day Flowers To be honest, most people feel the love when someone shows kindness towards them. In that same vein, Random Acts of Kindness Day Flowers are a wonderful way to show someone you care. Bussey's Florist has amazing flowers that anyone would be pleased to receive. The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation was founded in 1995. This foundation started in the United States and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Accordingly, the founder is actually the Chairman of World Kindness, USA. Then in 2004, a day was created in New Zealand designed to encourage Random Acts of Kindness. There are numerous suggestions promoted. For instance, buying food at the grocery store and donating it to a food pantry, buying flowers for someone, bringing baked goods to the office, taking a gift to new neighbors and the list goes on. Consequently, this wonderful tradition continues to grow in popularity. What is more, people have expressed that doing a simple act of kindness makes them feel as positive as the receiver of that action. One of the best quotes regarding kindness came from Mark Twain. He commented, "kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” Random Acts of Kindness Day Flowers is a great way to celebrate someone. Bussey's Florist has the best flowers in town. [...]
This February National Wedding Month, hire Bussey’s Florist for Free Wedding Consultation Service
Bussey's Florist February National Wedding Month Most often, Weddings are hosted in either June, August or September. However, the National Association of Bridal Consultants has named this month as February National Wedding Month. The reason February is referred to as National Wedding Month is because during the holiday season of Christmas and New Year's, many wedding proposals take place. Consequently, wedding plans begin to take shape. Booking venues, choosing wedding attire and making selections for flowers and entertainment all commence. This increased activity surrounding weddings has been the reason February is dubbed National Weddings Month. Each year in the United States, there are an estimated 2.4 million couples that get married. It is no surprise that Valentine's Day is the most romantic of the holidays. Second only to New Year's Day, there are many proposals during this time and couples like getting married on Valentine's Day. One reason is so they have this special day to commemorate their wedding anniversary. Then there is the leap year factor causing some couples to get married on February 29th. Of course, this occurs once every four years. In addition, Wedding Planning can commence as a result of the many proposals that take place in February. For example, Valentine's Day tops the list of some reports as being the number one engagement month of the year. Below is how [...]
This Season, Early Ordering for Valentine’s Day will help per the professionals at Bussey’s Florist
Bussey's Florist Early Ordering for Valentine's Day The supply chain problem is far reaching. Not surprising, it has also impacted the Flower industry. Bussey's Florist provides best in the industry service and products to customers. We work hard to stay ahead of supply issues. Bussey's Florist makes Early Ordering for Valentine's Day very convenient and easy. As we are getting closer to Valentine's Day, please place orders early. Early Valentine's Flower Ordering Due to the pandemic, there were fewer than normal plantings at flower farms. What is more, farm owners were forced to shut down because of the need to quarantine. Consequently, they were forced to lay off workers. In some cases, they had to shut down their farms completely. An estimated 247,717 floral worker jobs were lost between 2019 and 2020. South America is one of the top countries for flower production. The growing conditions have historically been very good on that continent. However, recent weather pattern changes have caused colder nights and more rain than is required. Therefore, the health of flower plants has been negatively affected. Similarly, U.S. Flower Farms have suffered as well. For example, California is a top flower producer. Drought, wildfire and the unpredicted flooding has caused much damage to flower crops. Interestingly, Weddings are going through a boom period. According to reports there were 1.3 million weddings in [...]
Please visit Bussey’s Florist where you will find fresh and creative Valentine’s Flower Bouquets
Bussey's Florist offers beautiful Valentine's Flower Bouquets Providing loved ones with flowers for Valentine's Day has dated back for centuries. That is to say, this tradition actually began in the 1700s. Bussey's Florist offers beautiful Valentine's Flower Bouquets. There are numerous options for flower varieties. Certainly, Roses and Chocolate are not the only favorites. For instance, here are some additional choices of flowers that are popular for Valentine's Day. Lilies These lovely flowers have a great fragrance that most people love. Subsequently, there are numerous varieties of Lilies. Candidum or Madonna Lilie is pure white and one of the most popular. They are a difficult plant for growers as the soil has to be neutral to alkaline. Martagon referred to as Turk's cap lilies, have purple to pink petals. The plant appears to be very delicate but is actually quite hardy. Regale lilies have purple to pink petals with a slight amount of yellow on the inside of the flower. Similarly, they are one of the easiest lilies to grow. Album is another of the white variety. In addition, this flower has some yellowish green on the petals. Pink Perfection Group is a purple and pink trumpet lily. Similarly, to the Regale variety, it is easy to grow. Lankon is one of the favorite varieties due to its unique coloring. In addition, the white petals are [...]
Find lovely Roses for Valentine’s Day when you shop with Bussey’s Florist
Bussey's Florist Roses for Valentine's Day We invite you to Shop with us at Bussey's Florist. You will find the very best selection of fresh and colorful flowers. For instance, our skilled and diligent Floral Designers have created stunning bouquets and flower arrangements using fresh Roses. Therefore, your special person will be thoroughly impressed with any of the Bussey's Florist flower bouquets you select. While Red Roses are very common for Valentine's Day, there are numerous varieties and colors. Red Munstead Wood - These have a deep crimson color. In fact, it is sometimes has a purple hue. The blooms are velvety and the fragrance strong and sweet. Burgundy Ice - This is a hybrid flower. They were created to flower all season. Their blooms are velvety with the color of burgundy. Hot Chocolate - Similarly, this is another hybrid flower variety. When they first bloom, they are an orange color. As the bloom matures, they turn to a rusty red brown. Yellow, Orange and Apricot Lady of Shallot - This is a climbing variety. The blooms are orange, and the fragrance is mild but lovely. Lichfield Angel- The flower on this shrub Rose is white and has apricot accents. Duchess of Cornwall - Tea Rose that is a hybrid. Consequently, these have a very spicy perfume fragrance. Wollerton Old Hall - Another strong perfume [...]
In honor of National Carnation Day, Bussey’s Florist has fresh Carnations to purchase
Bussey's Florist The talented designers at Bussey's Florist have produced attractive and the fresh Carnation flower arrangements and boutonnieres. The National Carnation Day is historically recognized on January 29th. The day is dedicated to US President William McKinley. He was extremely fond of Carnations and could frequently be seen wearing them on his lapel. The day is sometimes referred to as Red Carnation Day. Carnations Symbolism There is an interesting list of symbolic meanings for the Carnation. In addition to the history surrounding the origin of National Carnation Day, below are some interesting facts about the flower. For couples first marriage anniversary, the Carnation is symbolic for that occasion. Some countries designate the Carnation as their national flower. Those countries are Monaco, Spain and Slovenia. Similarly, Ohio claims the Carnation as their state flower. The Carnation is the flower for Mother's Day. The person who founded Mother's Day named it as it was her mother's favorite flower. If you were born in January, the Carnation is your birth flower. History reflects that Carnations date back to ancient times. The Greek and Roman civilizations used Carnations to decorate crowns. The crowns were most often used during elaborate ceremonies. There are even more features and symbolic meanings associated with the Carnation Flower. It is truly a unique and lovely flower. Bussey's Florist offers stunning arrangements and bouquets using Carnations. [...]